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YK12 NJX

2012 BMW 530

White Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

99,334 mi
Last recorded99,334 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 53081,520 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK12 NJX
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 99,334 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front tyres slightly cracking on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Jun 2025 90,879 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 75,505 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 67,073 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 65,537 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 61,832 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2022 61,832 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 58,527 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 56,316 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 51,055 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 44,606 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 38,601 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 29 Jan 2016 30,922 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 23,601 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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YK12 NJX is a 2012 BMW 530 in White with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2012 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 81,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK12 NJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK12 NJX registered?

YK12 NJX is a 2012 BMW 530, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is YK12 NJX safe to buy?

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